Weather for K2, NP, GBI/II and Broad Peaks, for the Russian K2 expeditions that never seem to end this year...

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Update 9/11/2007: Weather for K2, NP, GBI/II and Broad Peaks

The Window will continue for another 4/5 Days 

The weather is now expected to remain STABLE till weekend, Upper winds are normal but with NW direction making the temps low. No stormy conditions expected to develop in this week. Climbers should avail/enjoy this window which is likely to last for another 4 to 5 days. Hanif.

Earlier: Weather ALERT K2, NP, GBI/II and Broad Peaks

High Winds likely to grip, Be Careful in Next 4 Days 

Earlier Prediction: Very Strong/Cold Upper Winds (+80 knots, NW) expected to grip K2 and adjoining areas after on Thursday. 

Strong North-Westerly winds are heading towards K2 and adjoining Peaks and likely to grip on Wednesday evening now. These strong winds will prevail during next 4 to 5 days producing occasional snow/blizzard/poor visibility. The Climbers are advised to remain CAREFUL from Wednesday afternoon/evening.

There is chance of Thunderstorm near by K2 during next 3 to 4 days, and the Risk of isolated “Avalanche” cannot be ruled out.

Hanif.

Earlier: Weather for K2, NP, GBI/II and Broad Peaks

Weather likely to improve gradually but slowly

Unfortunately, no significant relief is expected in the weather, the current conditions will continue during next few days. However the Trend of local build-ups/fog/poor visibility is towards improvement now, but gradually and slowly. No STORM expected in next 5 days, some clear/short intervals likely to appear daily with same wind speed/direction. Climbers should avail this opportunity (next 5 days), because Very Strong/Cold Upper Winds (+80 knots, NW) expected to grip K2 and adjoining areas after 5 days (on Thursday). Hanif.

Earlier: Weather for K2, NP, GBI/II and Broad Peaks

Thu/Fri slightly better, then strong winds likely to grip.

No significant stormy conditions are in sight during next few days. But 100% clear weather is not possible because some local build-ups/poor visibility likely at times.

Thursday and Friday are slightly better, then strong winds expected to grip K2 and other peaks on Friday evening. Climbers are advised to take care on Sat/Sun/Mon because the upper winds will be very strong, from SW making weather bad/hard for short intervals. Hanif.

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